Sound (Device) Investments03/15/2017 Sound Devices is offering $300 instant savings on all CL-12 Alaia Linear Fader Controllers and SL-6 Wireless and Power Distribution Modules purchased from March 15th to April 30th, 2017!Sound Devices CL-12 Alaia: $2995 $2695 Sound Devices SL-6: $1495 $1195 Read more about Sound (Device) Investments 0 comment Share Tweet
Bundle Up with Orca and Sound Devices11/23/2016 Sound Devices recorders bundled with an appropriate Orca Bag at a combo deal price: Sound Devices 633 w/ OR-30 Sound Devices 688 w/ OR-34 Read more about Bundle Up with Orca and Sound Devices 0 comment Share Tweet
Price Increase A-Comin'!11/21/2016 Starting December 1st, Sound Devices is increasing prices on select items in their line, including the 688 (+$249) and 633 (+$99) recorders, the MixPre-D (+$60), the HX-3 (+$46) and the CL-12 (+$100). Order now to lock in the current price! Model Current Price 12/1 Price Difference 688 Production Mixer/Recorder $5749 $5998 $249 664 Production Mixer/Recorder $4949 $4998 $49 633 Compact Mixer/Recorder $3229 $3328 $99 633 Full Kit $3995 $4090 $95 552 Production Mixer/Recorder $3399 $3610 $211 CL-12 Linear Fader Controller $1995 $2095 $100 Wingman Connect $60 $68 $8 302 Production Mixer $1649 $1698 $49 MixPre-D Field Mixer $929 $989 $60 702 CF Recorder $2049 $2225 $176 722 Hard Drive/CF Recorder $2679 $2699 $20 HX-3 Headphone Distro Amp $409 $455 $46 MM-1 Mic Preamp $509 $559 $50 MP-1 Mic Preamp $409 $455 $46 USBPre 2 Audio Interface $879 $895 $16 We're part of the American Express Small Business program, so when you pay with your enrolled AmEx for any purchases through the rest of the year, you'll get double rewards! More details are available here. Read more about Price Increase A-Comin'! 0 comment Share Tweet
It Can Be Your Wingman Anytime09/06/2016 Sound Devices has announced Wingman, a free iOS wireless control app for 6-series mixer/recorders. With Wingman, users can view meters; start and stop audio recordings; enter and edit metadata; arm, disarm, and rename tracks; circle a take or designate false takes; and create sound reports quickly and instantly email them directly from your iPhone or iPad.In addition to the app (available in the Apple store now - requires iOS 8 or higher), Wingman requires firmware version 4.00 (downloadable from here) and purchase of the WM-Connect Bluetooth dongle, which begins shipping this Friday, September 9th. Update, 9/14: The WM-Connect is currently backordered through mid-October 2016. Orders will be fulfilled in the order received.Here's a fuller Wingman feature list from Sound Devices:Remotely start / stop audio recordingEdit metadata, circle takes, and designate false takes; updates instantly reflected on mixerEdit track names, arm/disarm tracksEdit sound report headers & create sound reports in “current directory” (as defined by MENU > File Storage > Folder Options), stored on “target media” which is either CompactFlash or SD card inserted in mixerEmail sound reports (CSV format) directly from mobile deviceMonitor levels from multiple meter views on mobile device(688 only) Monitor auto mixing activity from mobile deviceFrom within the app, easily switch control from one WM-Connect-enabled 6-Series mixer to another one on set with a couple taps of a fingertip. Read more about It Can Be Your Wingman Anytime 0 comment Share Tweet
Assuming Direct Control of the 6-Series07/07/2016 The new v 3.10 Sound Devices firmware update for the 633, 664, and 688 adds support for third party wireless control, time code and metadata management including the Timecode Systems :wave, PureBlend's MovieSlate iOS app, and Ambient's Master Lockit. With just the firmware update (downloadable here), a time code hub, and a link cable, you can now control your mixer from your iOS device (Timecode Systems) or any web browser (Ambient Lockit). The Ambient Lockit will also work with your 788T.Here are the gear lists Sound Devices put together:iOS Wireless Remote Control Integration (more info from MovieSlate)Timecode Systems :wave - firmware v. 388 or laterTCB-40 or TCB-41 cable - connects :wave DATA port to 6-series USB port (or CL-12 keyboard port). The TCB-41 is an alternate for use with a CL-12 without using the keyboard port.MovieSlate App on an iOS Device with Sound Department PRO plug-inWeb-based Remote Control Integration (more info from Ambient)Ambient Recording ACN-Master Lockit - firmware v. 4.10 or laterMLC-HID or MLC-CL cable - MLC-HID connects Lockit to 6-series USB port (or CL-12 keyboard port); MLC-CL connects Lockit to C-Link In on the 788TUSB AdapterComputer or mobile device with web browser and WiFiMore details and set-up diagrams here! Read more about Assuming Direct Control of the 6-Series 0 comment Share Tweet
New Wireless for $108 a month!06/17/2016 We've got new kits with the latest wireless from Zaxcom, Lectrosonics, and WisyCom! Any purchase over $5000 is eligible for monthly financing through our partners at AbelCine and PayPal Credit is available for any purchase of $100 or over! Financing details available here.We've put together some sample kits, but they're fully customizable - just give us a call or shoot us an email! Read more about New Wireless for $108 a month! 0 comment Share Tweet
SL-6 Savings05/19/2016 The Sound Devices SL-6 $300 instant rebate is coming to a close! May 31st, 2016 is your last chance to get your 688 its very own wireless and power distro module and save! Read more about SL-6 Savings 0 comment Share Tweet
New from NAB: Sound Devices04/14/2016 Sound Devices will be making some great additions to the 688/SL-6 with the release of firmware v3.00 during NAB. How great? Well, how does built-in RF Scanning and Dugan Automixing grab you? We'll let you know when it's available to download!Here's Jon Tatooles talking about both:Plus what's new for firmware with the PIX Monitors and 970: Read more about New from NAB: Sound Devices 0 comment Share Tweet
Lease Majesté II12/09/2015 Get an incredible sound kit at an affordable price! Any purchase over $5000 is eligible for monthly financing through our partners at AbelCine! We'll help you put together the custom gear list of your dreams! Order before the end of the year for maximum tax benefit - U.S. tax code section 179 allows a deduction up to $25,000 for qualifying audio equipment! A $15,000 kit is only $324/month over 60 months for qualified customers (or $388/month for 48 months, $491/month for 36 months, or $708/month for 24 months - whatever suits your needs best!) Ready to get started? Contact us to get a quote today or check out the financing terms and application here. Any financial information is confidential between you and AbelCine Finance Services. First and last month’s payment due in advance. $1 buyout option at end of term. Starting with a more modest kit? PayPal Credit is available for any purchase of $100 or over! Need some kit suggestions? We've suspiciously conveniently put together some after the jump! Read more about Lease Majesté II 0 comment Share Tweet
Sign of the CL-1211/02/2015 The Sound Devices CL-12 Linear Fader Controller is now shipping, along with a 688 firmware update offering full CL-12 support!Order yours today in either regular or Alaia flavor, stop by the office for a demo, and/or download the firmware update here! Read more about Sign of the CL-12 0 comment Share Tweet